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Oregon
- The combined direct and indirect contributions of the coal industry to Oregon's economy are more than $1 billion.
- Using more than 1 million tons, Oregon ranks 43rd in coal use.
- About 7% of the electricity used in Oregon is produced by coal.
- Oregon does not produce coal.
- Oregon has one coal-fired power plant.
Sources:
- Coal Today, page 21
- Coal Today, page 29
- http://www.epa.gov/air/clearskies/state/or.html
- http://www.epa.gov/air/clearskies/state/or.html
- http://www.catf.us/publications/fact_sheets/
children_at_risk/Oregon_Kids_Facts.pdf
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